Fri Jul 29 2022

34 articles - From Friday Jul 22 2022 to Friday Jul 29 2022

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Guidelines

Guidelines, position statements, white papers, technical reviews, consensus statements, etc…


Meta-analysis

meta-analyses and systematic reviews


Original articles

RCT, clinical trials, retrospective studies, etc…

Ann Intern Med

Associations of Atrial Fibrillation After Noncardiac Surgery With Stroke, Subsequent Arrhythmia, and Death : A Cohort Study.

Postoperative AF after noncardiac surgery is associated with similar risk for thromboembolism compared with nonoperative AF. Our findings have potentially important implications for the early postsurgical and subsequent management of postoperative AF. Primary funding source National Institute on Aging

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Ethical Considerations in Precision Medicine and Genetic Testing in Internal Medicine Practice: A Position Paper From the American College of Physicians.

Although the positions are primarily intended for practicing physicians, they may apply to other health care professionals and can also inform how health care systems, professional schools, and residency programs integrate genomics into educational and clinical settings. Addressing the challenges of precision medicine and genetic testing will guide ethical and responsible implementation to improve health outcomes.

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Lancet

Efficacy and safety of abrocitinib versus dupilumab in adults with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis: a randomised, double-blind, multicentre phase 3 trial.

Both treatments were well tolerated over 26 weeks. Funding Pfizer.

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Intervention with methotrexate in patients with arthralgia at risk of rheumatoid arthritis to reduce the development of persistent arthritis and its disease burden (TREAT EARLIER): a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, proof-of-concept trial.

Interpretation Methotrexate, the cornerstone treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, initiated at the pre-arthritis stage of symptoms and subclinical inflammation, did not prevent the development of clinical arthritis, but modified the disease course as shown by sustained improvement in MRI-detected inflammation, related symptoms, and impairments compared with placebo. Funding Dutch Research Council (NWO; Dutch Arthritis Society).

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Long-term efficacy and safety of moderate-intensity statin with ezetimibe combination therapy versus high-intensity statin monotherapy in patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (RACING): a randomised, open-label, non-inferiority trial.

Interpretation Among patients with ASCVD, moderate-intensity statin with ezetimibe combination therapy was non-inferior to high-intensity statin monotherapy for the 3-year composite outcomes with a higher proportion of patients with LDL cholesterol concentrations of less than 70 mg/dL and lower intolerance-related drug discontinuation or dose reduction. Funding Hanmi Pharmaceutical.

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Measuring contraceptive method mix, prevalence, and demand satisfied by age and marital status in 204 countries and territories, 1970-2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019.

Policy makers should strive to tailor family planning programmes to the preferences of the groups with the most need, while maintaining the programmes used by existing users. Funding Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

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N Engl J Med

Monkeypox Virus Infection in Humans across 16 Countries - April-June 2022.

In this case series, monkeypox manifested with a variety of dermatologic and systemic clinical findings. The simultaneous identification of cases outside areas where monkeypox has traditionally been endemic highlights the need for rapid identification and diagnosis of cases to contain further community spread.

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Reviews&Editorials

Plenty of the editorials are available as full text through the publisher website using the provided link

Ann Intern Med

Telehealth Strategies for the Delivery of Maternal Health Care : A Rapid Review.

Replacing or supplementing in-person maternal care with telehealth generally results in similar, and sometimes better, clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction compared with in-person care. The effect on access to care, health equity, and harms is unclear. Primary funding source Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute. (PROSPERO CRD42021276347).

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Lancet

The multispeciality approach to the management of localised kidney cancer.

As such, the skill sets needed to manage the various aspects of the disease and guide patients appropriately outstrips the capabilities of one particular specialist, and the evolution of a multispeciality approach to the management of kidney cancer is now essential. In this Review, we summarise the current best multispeciality practice for the management of localised kidney cancer and the areas in need of further research and development.

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Viral hepatitis elimination: a challenge, but within reach.

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Letters&Replies

Letters to the editors and authors’ replies

Ann Intern Med

Update Alert 8: Masks for Prevention of Respiratory Virus Infections, Including SARS-CoV-2, in Health Care and Community Settings.

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Lancet

A strong and independent Africa CDC would benefit the world.

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Nigeria's 2023 general elections: a chance for Nigerians to shape a healthier future.

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The importance of empathy - Author's reply.

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The importance of empathy.

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Tobacco control: the FCTC provides the route to the finish line.

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WHO must live up to its values and include data on Palestinians.

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Others

all remaining publications eg case reports, images of the month, etc…

Ann Intern Med

Annals Graphic Medicine - Dr. Mom: Rounding in Late June 2022.

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Lancet

Atopic dermatitis: time for tailored therapy.

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Contraceptive mix and informed choice.

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From food price crisis to an equitable food system.

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Inconsistency and incongruence: the two diagnostic pillars of functional movement disorder.

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Lowering LDL cholesterol in clinical practice: time for change?

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New HIV prevention approaches: promise, praxis, and pitfalls.

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Photography and dignity in dementia care.

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Tackling heroin use in Mozambique.

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The 2022 Wakley-Wu Lien Teh Prize Essay: compassion and connection in China.

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The Khan review: the UK Government must act now for a smokefree future.

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The UK COVID-19 Inquiry must examine the foundations of pandemic decision making.

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Towards preventive treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

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UK explores whole-genome sequencing for newborn babies.

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N Engl J Med

Achieving the Triple Aim for Sexual and Gender Minorities.

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Primary Care and Financial Risk - Navigating the Crossroads.

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Tripe Palms.

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